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Show ruierican Forfc i ittf wiSis IrerafI 1972 was a year of growth, progress and change for American Ameri-can Fork City. Led by Mayor Neal Savage, the city council moved forward in planning comprehensive com-prehensive , capital improvements, im-provements, set long range objectives ob-jectives and completed a number num-ber of specific projects for the benefit of the community. Newly elected councilmen Evan Brady and La Dell Terry were sworn into office in January, along with incumbent councilman Malcolm H. Beck,' Who was re-elected for a second four year term. Others serving as council members are William M. Pierce and Rodney Turner. A change in city administration administra-tion was affected in November, with the resignation of Mayor Savage. Councilman Beck was subsequently selected to fill Mayor Savage's unexpired term, with Melvin V. Frandsen named to complete the remainder of Mr. Beck's term of office. Mayor Savage led the council in improving communication with citizens, opening the new year with a Town Meeting where residents were invited to comment com-ment on city administration, make suggestions and ask questions que-stions concerning operation of the city government. One of the major accomplishments accomplish-ments of the council was the establishment of a Youth Employment Em-ployment Service to provide a means of suitable employment for students. This project has now been adopted by Utah County and other local governments govern-ments as a means of serving the employment needs of younger workers in other communities. Key projects completed during the past year included renewed activity of the Redevelopment Committee for the local business district. New designs for updating updat-ing shopping and business facilities facili-ties have been developed and are nearing completion for presentation presenta-tion and consideration. Increased In-creased competition of shopping and business facilities have been developed and are nearing completion com-pletion for presentation and consideration. con-sideration. Increased competi tion of shopping centers, mobility mobi-lity of the buying public and the recognition of the need to be continuously engaged in serving the shopping needs of area residents resi-dents had led the Redevelopment Committee to pursue specific objectives ob-jectives in meeting this need. The project has progressed with the full support and cooperation of American Fork City officials. Publication of a new illustrated illus-trated brochure was also accomplished accom-plished in 1972. Copies of the brochure were recently distributed distri-buted to all households in the community to acquaint residents with the potential and advantages advan-tages to be found in American Fork. This project was directed by Ralph Binnall and Richard Devey, with Charles Biggins serving as photographer and local writer Betty G. Spencer contributing the narrative for the brochure. RESIDENTIAL GROWTH This was a year of dramatic growth in residential areas of the community. New subdivisions approved by the council include Cottonwood Estates, Sunset Hills, Chalamar Plat C and De, Mit Dell Estates, Samuel Acres, Chalet D and E plats and Evergreen Ever-green Acres Plat B. In addition, several annexations were approved, appro-ved, including the rpams addition, addi-tion, the Noah Pulley section, Cottonwood Estates and the area formerly used as a land fill dump. A total of more than 125 residential building permits were issued, plus major building permits for the new Tenth Ward Chapel, the Mountain View Bank and several commercial additions. addi-tions. MAJOR PURCHASES A new ambulance was purca-shed purca-shed for the American Fork Ambulance Am-bulance Service. The modern new unit was acquired on a trade in agreement and provides the most modern of facilities for serving the health and emergency emer-gency medical needs of area residents. Volunteer ambulance crew members staff this progressive program as a community com-munity service. Other purchases include a new automobile for use of the engineering en-gineering department, a back hoe for the sewer and water department and two additional police cars, bringing the number of vehicles in this department to five. Great progress was ,ioted in the Police Department, with this department moved to new quarters quar-ters at 93 North Center. This facility is expected to serve until a new public safety building can be constructed, according to city officials. The American Fork Police Department underwent extensive exten-sive changes during the year, with comprehensive training programs established under the direction of Councilman Pierce and Police Chief Boyd E. Adams. Paul Durrant was named as assistant Police Chief and Officer Richard Francom as Changes Bnriig 112 c4 hX ' I 'V fA CITY OFFICIALS Overseeing activities in American Fork are, from I. to r., seated, Mayor Malcolm H. Beck, Councilman Evan Brady. Frandsen, and Rodney Turner. Patrol Sergeant, putting the department on a more professional profes-sional basis. All ten officers have received progressive training during the year to qualify them as professional law enforcement workers. Officers in addition to Chief Adams, Assistant Chief Durrant and Sargeant Francom include Joe Mecham, Bert Bean, Tom Kalma, Verl Bennett, Dave Cowden, Gene Fryer and Jim Anderson. Renovation of the city hall was completed to provide more suitable suit-able facilities for conducting city business and serving the needs of the public. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLANNED A vigorous capital improvement improve-ment project has been detailed and preliminary engineering work on a sewer plant addition and expansion of sewage collection collec-tion lines is underway. This project pro-ject is expected to cost approximately approxi-mately $600,000 and will be a federal cost-shared project. The city also received their first revenue sharing check of $58,000, which has been ear marked mar-ked for capital improvement projects. Additional checks will be received and are to be used for capital improvements needed in American Fork City. A second section of collector road improvements was completed com-pleted on Second East, from 400 to 750 North, as a continuing improvement project. Engineering on a new well which will provide water for the American Fork Hospital is also in progress. This will permit continued con-tinued accreditation of this 100 bed facility, through providing a separate water supply requir ed bv accreditation guidelines. Progress was noted on a community com-munity project at Tri Cities Recreation Area. Planning of the 18 hole golf course was completed com-pleted during 1972 and the course should be ready for play early in 1973, providng recreational facilities faci-lities for residents of North Utah County. This cooperative project is shared by neighboring communities commu-nities of Lehi and Pleasant Grove and marks a vital goal in providing the best possible facilities facili-ties on a cooperative basis. American Fork City also completed com-pleted some four miles of blacktopping between curb and existing roads at no cost to individual indi-vidual property owners. This city service provides better appearance ap-pearance and functionability through installation of this band of connecting blacktop and is a Standing, Councilmen William (Bill) Pierce, LaDell Terry, Melvin V. continuing project of community service of the streets department. The council approved installation installa-tion of two new semaphores for traffic control and safety. This project is currently underway, with installation of traffic semaphores sema-phores at Fifth East and East State Road and at First East and Main. Wasatch Electric has the contract for this project. Steel Days, the community celebration, was a notable success suc-cess under the direction of Councilman Coun-cilman Rodney Turner, with Evan Brady named as chairman for the 1973 celebration. Planting of two traffic islands near Second East and East State Road was completed under the direction of the American Fork Am. Fork Lady Lions Support Husbands in Local Projects The American Fork Lady Lions assist their husbands in various community service projects pro-jects throughout the year, as well as sponsoring activities for members of their auxiliary. Directing activities of the Lady Lions affairs this year is Marjorie Walker, president; assisted as-sisted by Marilyn Hansen, first vice president; Jennie Greenwood, Green-wood, second vice president; Na-dine Na-dine Greenwood, secretary--treasurer; and Donna V. Smith and Mary Ann Williamson as members of the remembrance committee. The Lady Lions provide attractive at-tractive decorations for the dinner din-ner parties held during the year and are hostesses for fe Christmas party for the Lions and their partners. The group also features social events of interest to the ladies such as a summer party. They also support their husbands in preparing favors for the conven er -$gai 1 f PT 1 MAROF WALKER tions and other meetings. They also assist their husbands in the community assignments they undertake. LETTERS TO TI2E EDITOR Letters to the Editor are welcome but It should be understood that they in no way represent the opinion of the paper unless stated otherwise. We appreciate hearing other people's viewpoints and Invite your comments. All letters must be signed, but name will be withheld If requested. THE AMERICAN FORK CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DEC. 21, 1972 FIRST TIME PARENTS WELCOME LITTLE BABY GIRL J. Scott and Elaine Jensen Storrs are the delighted parents of a new baby girl, born Friday, December 15 in the Cedar City Hospital. The welcome little arrival ar-rival weighed five pounds and will be named "Jennie Shannon." Shan-non." Sharing grandparents honors are Mr. and Mrs. William J. Storrs and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Jensen all of American Fork. This is the first grandchild for the Storrs and the seventh for the Jensens. Committee as a improvement Beautification community project. OFFICIALS SERVE City recorder Preston Taylor and Superintendent of City Services Ser-vices Rav C. Nelson play a prominent role in the administration adminis-tration of city affairs, assisted by Mrs. Norman Dean) Bate-man, Bate-man, who serves as city treasurer, treasu-rer, and Mrs. Rhea Doukers, clerk and receptionist at the city hall. Other city officials appointed by the council are Police Chief Boyd E. Adams, Dr. G.A. Richards, city physician; Virgil Adamson, animal control officer; offi-cer; John Varney, sexton; Carl Hansen, city building inspector and engineer; Leo B. Nelson, Justice of the Peace, and LeRoy Griffin, Fire Chief. TO THE EDITOR Twice this past week as a newcomer, new-comer, I have found myself questioning quest-ioning - and can conclude with nothing but shame and disgust the action of my fellow citizens of American Fork. I was always al-ways taught, "actions speak louder loud-er than words." The first occassion was last Wednesday when I attended the American Fork High School A ca-pelia ca-pelia Choir Christmas Program. It was a beautiful program. But did the people of American Fork attend? No. Not the Supt., the Principal, or even the teachers tea-chers supported this event. Some of the parents of the students on the program were sorely missed. The second time was Saturday Satur-day night when the American Fork Civic Chorus presented their Christmas Program. The Stake Tabernacle wasn't even one-fourth full. This was advertised ad-vertised in the citizen for two weeks, and the Civic Chorus worked very hard on their program pro-gram and went to a great deal of expense to buy new dresses. What is the matter with the majority of people of American Fork? When the football team the basketball team need to out for a game or practice, , nothing is said but just and get the Acapella choir for a special practice. The or get etc. try out citizens of American Fork turn out masses for a football game or basketball game but it comes to something cultural they shun it-How it-How can one expect the children chil-dren of this city to be cultured if their parents don't go and take , them to these outstanding performances perfor-mances ? These programs were free, The Spirit of Christmas Cheer they weren't overly long and they were very professional. Now how long are people going to remember who ran with the ball or made a basket. But they would remember all their lives this beautiful Christmas music. What is more important than remembering, in song, the Savior's Sav-ior's Birth? As a newcomer to American Fork, I find this a really nice community, but people are very lax in the finer graces! Good grammar, outstanding literature, classical music does'1" seem to have a place in local culture. Surrounding territories with similar attractions are crowded, crowd-ed, and people stand in line at the Yuletide season to participate partici-pate in the finer things of this existence. The refinement of the mind. The inculcating of refinements of culture are what every good parent should wish to leave his child. A priceless heritage. History is replete with the esteem in which our forefathers held the finer things of life in this community. com-munity. We shout their praises, but we can't build unless we add to that refinement which they began! What is important in life to you? Norma Woodger As we carol Snowflakes cheeks, Joyous voices, rings, Enjoying all brings. 1k Oldlcmez Cy4 proud past, a perfect present LTlilLVJuL "Management is the art of getting three men to do three men's work." The world's finest Bourbon is ail dressed up for the Holidays. So give. 111 K 2 ov Jones Paint and Glass" American Fork KMIUCKY" STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKtY nmnnni!' iim mn Hi SEEEEGEiGGE I "frfc " -mm w nit fOEiD's nstsi bourbon rUriHrll ; i ; i 3' iImJ) i i lMBE4JpflE.:; 3m- 1 - t I 2 I- X o 5 O j GO O 2 Ureetings! Just a friendly note to say We wish you the merriest Christmas Day! American Fork Nursery American Fork The Award Winning Musical Is On The Screen! thru the streets lite upon our our laughter that tradition Cold and crisp the winters nite City streets filled with white Evergreen wreaths and Christmas Christ-mas lights Just a few of the seasons sights. Christmas shoppers hurry by All so rushed, the time sure flys, Hustle, bustle hurry me Christmas Eve is here you see. Home Sweet Home, Christ spirit dwells, Songs and laughter as tradition tells. Together - the seasons night draws nie, And to the old year we say good-bye. by Vicki Sission Alexander Mi m&Pm JLji the New Year will S o prevail, jj- V- STARTS WED. 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